Originally part of the Doheny Ranch, Trousdale Estates is a treasure trove of architectural bliss stashed away in the hills north of Sunset Boulevard in Beverly Hills. In 1954, Paul Trousdale purchased 429 acres and began carefully carving out the 532 lots in the hillside that would later become Trousdale Estates.
Paul Williams, Wallace Neff, A. Quincy Jones, and Frank Lloyd Wright were among many of the A-list architects to design the early residences and establish the neighborhood’s reputation as a chic, mid-century modern enclave including Hollywood Regency and California Ranch.
Touting a “life above it all” to the upper echelon, Trousdale Estates quickly became one of the city’s hottest neighborhoods among the likes of Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Elton John, and even former President Richard Nixon. Today, the neighborhood’s star power continues with celebrities like Jennifer Aniston, Vera Wang, Jane Fonda, Ryan Seacrest, and Ellen DeGeneres calling Trousdale home in recent years.
The late 70’s marked what felt like the beginning of the end of California Modernism in Trousdale when the first home was razed and replaced with an ephemeral contemporary design covered in stucco. Several homes met the same fate until the early 2000’s when young Hollywood began to take notice of their architectural significance and began buying and renovating the properties, creating architectural trophy homes.
Below is a lengthy list of residences, represented by Hilton & Hyland, that have since been masterfully reinterpreted, maintaining a careful balance of mid-century design with modern materials and the finest amenities.
A MODERN SPACE STATION | $68,000,000
1175 N Hillcrest Rd | Represented by Branden & Rayni Williams
The most spectacular modern house ever constructed in the prestigious area of Beverly Hills…. Trousdale. This modern space station has the most explosive views in all of Los Angeles. Hovering over the 50-yard line of the city of Angels, the best of both worlds, the entertainment of the legendary Sunset Strip and the finest amenities of 90210 and Rodeo Drive. Architecture by world-renowned architect, Paul McClean, the master of space, light and flow. Features 2 pools, 2 kitchens, oversized theater, wine cellar, billiards room, car museum and audio & visuals that channel Ziggy Stardust ground control to Major Tom. Fully furnished by the most exquisite forward thinking designs that Italy has to offer. Here’s your chance to live in your own galaxy.
BLEND OF MID-CENTURY MODERN & CONTEMPORARY FUNCTION | $16,995,000
1107 N Hillcrest Rd | Represented by Branden & Rayni Williams
Honoring its heritage of style, class & luxury, this recently restored masterpiece is a love song to Trousdale’s original form. A blend of mid-century modern style & contemporary function, a work of art where futuristic systems control your every need. This is what the founders dreamed of. Enter through private gates & transport to a mid-century dream world, set upon an expansive ¾-acre lot w/jaw dropping views of LA & the Ocean. A quintessential mid-century roofline adorns a living space crafted around the finest California indoor-outdoor floor plan. Grand glass & marble entryway lead to a living room w/floor-to-ceiling sliders that open to a Slim Aarons-esque backyard & pool. Master fit for the most lavish lifestyle: Featuring luxurious bathroom w/double sinks & free standing marble tub, a walk-in closet, bar, & private outdoor lounge. Many dreamed of a lifestyle as sweet as this. You were born in the right time & earned it: don’t miss out on the greatest memories of your life.
HIGH-STYLE MODERNISM & VIEWS | $15,900,000
1220 Loma Vista Dr | Represented by Drew Fenton
“The Perfect Blend” of High-style Modernism, views and verdant landscape in Trousdale. Sited behind gates on a lush 24,000sqft lot, and minutes to Beverly Hills Hotel, 1220 Loma Vista is the ultimate in refinement. Designed by Schmidt Architecture in a timeless style, with design cues from classic mid-century architecture, massive public rooms with high ceilings open via pocketing doors to large entertaining terrace and zero-edge infinity pool. A showplace for entertaining, the “great room” features book-matched marble slab fireplace, gracious dining area, gourmet Poliform kitchen and an exquisite wine cellar. An adjacent family room converts into a home theater and offers views onto the pool. The Master Suite is serene retreat with fireplace, lavish master bath, walnut paneled closet, large gym, and a private patio garden with fire-pit and daybed. 3 additional bedroom suites. Control4 smart home system.
LIVE ON TOP OF THE WORLD | $11,995,000
610 Burke Pl | Represented by Drew Fenton
Enter onto the large motorcourt with adjoining two-car garage and through the double front doors to the formal marble foyer. Elegant floor plan with spacious rooms, all featuring walls of glass that open to the backyard and spectacular views. Living room, family room, formal dining room, and gourmet kitchen with concrete countertops, center island, professional appliances, and breakfast room. Double doors lead into the expansive master suite complete with walk-in closet, bath with spa tub and separate shower, and adjoining bonus room or office space. Three additional bedrooms, two guest bathrooms, and the powder room complete the interior of the home. The backyard is an entertainer’s dream with covered and open patios and large pool all overlooking the extraordinary views.
LEGENDARY PAUL WILLIAMS | $11,495,000
1070 N Hillcrest Rd | Represented by Branden & Rayni Williams
Paul Williams: The legend that gave us the Beverly Hills hotel, LAX’s iconic Theme Building, and the hideaways of the greatest names in history, this was his finest work. Save for the renowned estate of Frank Sinatra, his only other Mid-Century Hawaiian gem. Among the stars on Hillcrest Road, the finest street in all of Trousdale, this masterpiece was the perfect candidate to task the discerning minds of Marmol Radziner with restoring. Spearheaded by the style master Brad Dunning, and the product of a fastidious two year restoration, this is the holy grail for the ultra-chic who seek nothing less than perfection. A time capsule without compromise: live the life of the 60s elite with the modern amenities they only dreamt of. Lush grounds overlook gorgeous vistas of LA to the Pacific Ocean, flowing elegantly indoors, each space a timeless work of art. This is your once in a lifetime opportunity to own an estate of the ages in the world’s greatest enclave of style, cache, and sex appeal.
PRIVATE & CHIC CONTEMPORARY | $8,999,000
1281 Loma Vista Dr | Represented by Monty Beisel & Dustin Cumming
Located in prime lower Trousdale Estates, this single-story contemporary home sits behind private gates on approximately half-acre with expansive city light views. Experience a chic open floor plan with soaring ceilings throughout, rich organic walnut floors and architectural fireplaces that anchor the formal living areas. Fleetwood doors lead to indoor-outdoor experience from almost every room, featuring large pool/spa, built-in outdoor BBQ, oversized fire pit, water features and ample entertaining space. The state-of-the-art chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, large center island with Carrara marble counters, top of the line appliances, breakfast area and separate fully equipped butlers kitchen. The large private master suite features spacious walk-in closet, pristine marble bathroom with double vanities, spa bath with steam shower and bonus flex space for home gym. Outstanding features include Crestron smart system, 3 ensuite bedrooms, wet bar and private off street parking.
525 Arkell Dr | Represented by Jay Brener Harris
A rare offering — One of the few residences in Trousdale Estates with two levels above ground. Including over 7200 square feet of space and a half acre of land, this home has incredible potential for a developer or owner/user, with a pool/spa, grassy yard and views of the city lights an ocean. The current contemporary floor-plan features a guest suite, a chef’s kitchen featuring two oversized islands, and master bedroom suite with dual bathrooms, walk-in closets, office/library, walls-of-glass and an expansive deck. Priced to sell — Seller is motivated.